Globus Reviews
The 828 Globus reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Globus. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
The 828 Globus reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Globus. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
This was my first Globus journey and I feel that we were so lucky! First of all Luis our tour director was so fun and had so much knowledge to share with us. That was a great personality combo! Second our bus driver, Joel was a master behind the wheel!! Third we had a small group of 29 who ranged in age from 10 to 81 … who I now call my friends. I read more can’t wait to make another reservation. And PS…I was one of the 81 year olds!
Interesting and well planned tour. 0
Introduction to Ireland
John and Janette, TAS, Australia, May 2026
Our Ireland tour gave us a good glance at the main interest areas of Southern Ireland. Accommodation and meals were generally pleasing. Happy with tour director and driver.
Just returned from this fantastic Globus Alaskan tour! Would highly recommend this tour for it's beauty!! 0
Spectacular Alaska!
John, SA, Australia, May 2026
If you don't mind early morning starts...this is the tour for you! Globus never disappoint with engaging and insightful tour directors, and skilled personal coach drivers! This tour was no exception. The included dinners and excursions were always a good experience. For travellers who yearn for the last frontier, this is the tour for you!!
Exploring America's Great Parks 0
Exploring America's Great Parks
Barbara, IL, United States, May 2026
Excellent tour! We saw so many remarkable, awe-inspiring sites which I had never seen and learned so much about history, nature, zoology and geology. The tour gave me an increased appreciation of the wonders in our country. Our guide Daphne was excellent and extremely knowledgeable. Our driver Anson was great too. It was amazing how he could navigate read more some of these tight mountain passes! I was the only solo traveler in our group, and the group made me feel welcome. There were hotel changes every night except one although that was expected in terms of the distance we covered. I am so glad and grateful that I took this trip! Ethan at Global Journeys was always prompt and polite too.
Learned a lot on our Iceland Adventure 0
Iceland Adventure
Lesley and John, NSW, Australia, May 2026
Holm not only showed us the scenic wonders of Iceland but told us stories of the heart of the people who live there. Great trip with spectacular scenery.
We truly enjoyed this tour. Ricardo was exceptional: the best tour guide we have experienced. Good accomodation: helpful staff and excellent breakfasts. Great sites visited. Advice: an educational security video to warn everyone about pick pocketing. Only thing we didn’t enjoy were the coach seats (uncomfortable).
When there was optional excursions and we chose not to go. The tour director should recommend other things we could see or explore. The excursions and shopping are pushed much more than explaining what else might be available. By the time we found out at each stop there wasn’t enough time left to do anything. The guide Lucy was very helpful with a problem read more I had and she went above and beyond her job to help.
The guide was excellent - informative and congenial. Top marks. The tour enabled us to see so many beautiful parts of Portugal with short bus rides. It was a wonderful tour in great company.
Wow, Globus was excellent in every way. Fabulous travel director and amazing coach driver. Most excursions were included with a total of 3 optional (paid) excursions offered over the 14 day tour. Sicily and Malta are absolute gems and the places and experiences we had were superb. The travel director was knowledgeable, professional and friendly, engaging read more warmly with the guests. Tracey at Global Journeys is always professional and does an amazing job in responding promptly with information, and always offers her assistance. Thank you Tracey!
America's Historic East Tour By Bus 0
America's Historic East
Roger and Ellen, United Kingdom, May 2026
The trip was organised excellently, starting in Washington DC, visiting Mount Vernon, then Williamsburg, Richmond , Shenandoah National Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the battlefield at Gettysburg, Valley Forge National Park and ending in Philadelphia. The tour guide, Patrick Neilson, was excellent. He was inclusive with all passengers, thoughtful read more and caring, a mine of information and both pleasant and amusing at all times. The bus was in perfect condition and Michael, the driver, was highly skilled in his job, coupled with a pleasing, polite and friendly manner. The accommodation at each stop was first class, with very good service. We have learnt a lot of American history on this trip, particularly the Revolution and colonial times, but also about the historic Civil War battlefield at Gettysburg. The trip was excellent and is highly recommended by us.
Unforgettable travel through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana 0
Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls with Chobe River Cruise
Darwin, NT, NT, Australia, Mar 2026
Key highlights:
- Cape Town city and surrounding areas - There is so much to do in this fun and vibrant city and nearby towns. Food was exceptionally good, and noticeably cheaper than comparable culinary experiences in Australia, especially around the V&A Waterfront. The full day Cape Winelands private day wine tour (optional excursion available through read more Globus) to select wineries in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl was excellent (non-alcoholic beverages also available).
- Hotels in Cape Town and Johannesburg presented as luxurious especially the à la carte and breakfast buffet experience at Sandton Sun & Towers.
- Land game drive (safari) experiences in Kruger National Park were exciting and thrilling. It’s a pity there was a last minute change to accommodation due to Makalali Main Lodge’s sudden closure resulting from extreme weather event damage in March 2026. The Elephant Walk Tented Camp was a nice alternative and was right next to the Crocodile Bridge gate entrance meaning quicker access to the National Park. Loved how each luxurious air conditioned tent had its own ceiling fan over the bed and seperate modern toilet and shower.
- River cruise on the Zambezi River, near Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side) was a great way to see hippos up slightly closer than normal given the safety of the large cruising vessel.
- 3 night stay on Chobe River Cruise (Namibian and Botswana sides) was the ABSOLUTE highlight. The main boat is modern and gets refurbished each year (usually in January/ February). The service was excellent, plenty to eat and drink and the cruise includes all the water safaris as well as the opportunity to go fishing and visit Ijamwe village in Namibia, where the Subia language is spoken. The water safaris offered a unique experience especially seeing the wild animals living in/ coming down to the river to eat, hunt and play.
- Well arranged transportation between Zimbabwe/ Botswana/ Namibia especially the water border post crossings.
Tips:
1. Consider travelling a few days earlier to Cape Town to go to places not covered in the Globus tour. Google ‘Unlimited Premium Pass’ for itinerary ideas: https://capetown.citypass.co.za/about-the-premium-unlimited-pass/
2. Consider booking a safari in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, available through Illala Lodge’s tours and activities desk. A game drive on a private reserve offers a more personalised, high-end experience.
3. Avoid going on the ‘Victoria Falls cultural tour’ optional excursion available through Globus (terrible experience, pure money grab). On the contrary, the traditional Ijamwe village visit in Namibia (inclusive as part of the Chobe River cruise) was informative and memorable.
4. If going on the Chobe River cruise, you will likely need a visa to enter Namibia. To save time, and not have to wait in the stifling heat outside the customs border shipping container office, suggest coming with a prepaid e-visa (note: hard copy paper visa applications on site at the customs makeshift post can take ages to process).
5. Make sure you have a copy of your yellow fever vaccination certificate handy especially if there are any recent passport stamps from relevant countries or you risk being asked for bribes (e.g. USD, AUD, hiking shoes on your feet) by Zimbabwean airport officials on arrival.
- Cape Town city and surrounding areas - There is so much to do in this fun and vibrant city and nearby towns. Food was exceptionally good, and noticeably cheaper than comparable culinary experiences in Australia, especially around the V&A Waterfront. The full day Cape Winelands private day wine tour (optional excursion available through read more Globus) to select wineries in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl was excellent (non-alcoholic beverages also available).
- Hotels in Cape Town and Johannesburg presented as luxurious especially the à la carte and breakfast buffet experience at Sandton Sun & Towers.
- Land game drive (safari) experiences in Kruger National Park were exciting and thrilling. It’s a pity there was a last minute change to accommodation due to Makalali Main Lodge’s sudden closure resulting from extreme weather event damage in March 2026. The Elephant Walk Tented Camp was a nice alternative and was right next to the Crocodile Bridge gate entrance meaning quicker access to the National Park. Loved how each luxurious air conditioned tent had its own ceiling fan over the bed and seperate modern toilet and shower.
- River cruise on the Zambezi River, near Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side) was a great way to see hippos up slightly closer than normal given the safety of the large cruising vessel.
- 3 night stay on Chobe River Cruise (Namibian and Botswana sides) was the ABSOLUTE highlight. The main boat is modern and gets refurbished each year (usually in January/ February). The service was excellent, plenty to eat and drink and the cruise includes all the water safaris as well as the opportunity to go fishing and visit Ijamwe village in Namibia, where the Subia language is spoken. The water safaris offered a unique experience especially seeing the wild animals living in/ coming down to the river to eat, hunt and play.
- Well arranged transportation between Zimbabwe/ Botswana/ Namibia especially the water border post crossings.
Tips:
1. Consider travelling a few days earlier to Cape Town to go to places not covered in the Globus tour. Google ‘Unlimited Premium Pass’ for itinerary ideas: https://capetown.citypass.co.za/about-the-premium-unlimited-pass/
2. Consider booking a safari in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, available through Illala Lodge’s tours and activities desk. A game drive on a private reserve offers a more personalised, high-end experience.
3. Avoid going on the ‘Victoria Falls cultural tour’ optional excursion available through Globus (terrible experience, pure money grab). On the contrary, the traditional Ijamwe village visit in Namibia (inclusive as part of the Chobe River cruise) was informative and memorable.
4. If going on the Chobe River cruise, you will likely need a visa to enter Namibia. To save time, and not have to wait in the stifling heat outside the customs border shipping container office, suggest coming with a prepaid e-visa (note: hard copy paper visa applications on site at the customs makeshift post can take ages to process).
5. Make sure you have a copy of your yellow fever vaccination certificate handy especially if there are any recent passport stamps from relevant countries or you risk being asked for bribes (e.g. USD, AUD, hiking shoes on your feet) by Zimbabwean airport officials on arrival.
Incredible Balkan Experience Across Three Countries. This tour through Croatia, Montenegro, and Albania exceeded expectations in every way. It was the perfect introduction to the Balkans - diverse, scenic, and culturally rich. In Croatia, highlights included walking through the historic streets of Dubrovnik, stunning seaside boardwalks in Split & Zadar, read more and exploring the stunning coastline along the Adriatic. Montenegro offered breathtaking views in Kotor, with its dramatic mountains and beautiful bay - easily one of the most picturesque stops on the trip.
Albania was a big surprise. The vibrant and progressive capital Tirana gave a unique mix of history and modern energy. The food across all three countries was fresh, flavorful, and very affordable. The itinerary was well-paced, balancing guided tours with free time to explore independently. Transportation was smooth, border crossings were handled efficiently, and hotels were well curated, comfortable and centrally located.
What made the trip stand out was our guide, Viktor Holub - knowledgeable, friendly, funny and passionate about the region. His insights, together with the excellently chosen local guides, gave us interesting information into Balkan history and culture which added a lot of depth to the experience. Overall: This is an excellent tour for first-time visitors to the Balkans who want a comprehensive overview without the stress of planning. Highly recommended.
Albania was a big surprise. The vibrant and progressive capital Tirana gave a unique mix of history and modern energy. The food across all three countries was fresh, flavorful, and very affordable. The itinerary was well-paced, balancing guided tours with free time to explore independently. Transportation was smooth, border crossings were handled efficiently, and hotels were well curated, comfortable and centrally located.
What made the trip stand out was our guide, Viktor Holub - knowledgeable, friendly, funny and passionate about the region. His insights, together with the excellently chosen local guides, gave us interesting information into Balkan history and culture which added a lot of depth to the experience. Overall: This is an excellent tour for first-time visitors to the Balkans who want a comprehensive overview without the stress of planning. Highly recommended.
A lovely 8 day bus tour with Globus, this was my first tour with Globus. The Tour Director, Susanna, who has worked with Globus for 42 years was very knowledgeable, efficient and went out of her way to ensure all participants had a great time. The countryside of Switzerland is very beautiful and the accommodation throughout the tour was excellent read more with all breakfasts and a few dinners provided with the package.
Unfortunately, our time in Lucerne, did not go to plan, the yearly carnival (which is celebrated in all of Switzerland) started the morning after we arrived, so our castle tour and many attractions were closed. I feel this is something that Globus should have been aware of and alternative plans should have been put in place. The carnival itself was very festive and the street parade great to watch, but disappointing that items on our schedule were unable to be visited.
On the last day of the tour, the optional tour consisted of a visit to the Castles of Bellinzona with lunch - we were given 'free time' to wander through the historic Bellinzona district. Local points of interest were closed due to the carnival, the Castle is free to enter, lunch was provided, but was fairly basic, we then visited Como in Italy and again was given 'free time' to explore Como on our own. This should have formed part of the the tour and not a optional paid tour, as previous tour days we visited cities and were given free time to explore. The cost of this 'optional tour' was quite expensive for what was provided and this was discussed by the other tour participants, who were also disappointed with this optional tour. Overall, I enjoyed the tour.
Unfortunately, our time in Lucerne, did not go to plan, the yearly carnival (which is celebrated in all of Switzerland) started the morning after we arrived, so our castle tour and many attractions were closed. I feel this is something that Globus should have been aware of and alternative plans should have been put in place. The carnival itself was very festive and the street parade great to watch, but disappointing that items on our schedule were unable to be visited.
On the last day of the tour, the optional tour consisted of a visit to the Castles of Bellinzona with lunch - we were given 'free time' to wander through the historic Bellinzona district. Local points of interest were closed due to the carnival, the Castle is free to enter, lunch was provided, but was fairly basic, we then visited Como in Italy and again was given 'free time' to explore Como on our own. This should have formed part of the the tour and not a optional paid tour, as previous tour days we visited cities and were given free time to explore. The cost of this 'optional tour' was quite expensive for what was provided and this was discussed by the other tour participants, who were also disappointed with this optional tour. Overall, I enjoyed the tour.
As 2 people who have never been outside of the U.S. my wife and I decided to visit a foreign country for the first time, together for our Honeymoon. Globus make the booking and touring process extremely easy and hassle-free. They also provided us with an amazing price for a week long tour through Italy. Visiting the historic and beautiful towns of Rome, read more Florence, Venice, Assisi, and Pisa with guided tours was a once in a lifetime experience, and all we went to do is go back. We will definitely be booking our next travel through Global Journeys!
Thank you Hannah and Global Journeys for organising our wonderful trip to Brazil and Argentina. It was an amazing way to kick start our month long adventure in South America and Antarctica. We loved Rio De Janeiro, such a beautiful city. Huge highlight was visiting Iguassu falls and getting to see toucans and flamingos at the bird park. We also loved read more Buenos Aires, the Paris of South America. As per usual Hannah took care of everything for us and answered all our questions. We'll be booking with Hannah again in the future! Thank you Global Journeys.
I went on Spain & Portugal tour in Nov-Dec 2025 and enjoyed it so much that I’m now thinking on taking another Spain tour with Globus (this time with Granada) in this year 😀. The best tour director (Angel Diaz) who looked after each of us like a mother (it’s a he anyway). The only downside was the hotel in Seville; I’m just hoping that when I book another read more Spain tour this year I won’t get the same hotel.
Fantastic trip ...especially Amazon 0
South America Getaway with Amazon
Chris , QLD, Australia, Oct 2025
Thanks Georgie for fantastic arrangements as usual for a really great trip. True highlights were iguazu Falls and the Amazon...both SO much better than my expectations which were already high. 2 days in Manaus before the trip started was ideal as the jet lag and long travel to manaus took some adjustment. Outstanding tour guides in Amazon and Iguazu read more and good elsewhere made for a wonderful trip. Loved the small group tour ...just 13 of us. Perfect. Highly recommend this trip for a great pace and itinerary.
South American discovery 0
South America Getaway with Santiago & Easter Island
Gary and Lea, NSW, Australia, Oct 2025
Highlight of the trip was Iguassu Falls....we had plenty of time to explore both sides of the Falls and the local guide and accommodation was great. Easter Island was fascinating, despite some shortcomings with the local accommodation and guide There's a lot of air travel so be prepared to spend a lot of time in airports or on (crowded economy class) read more flights. No airport transfer on arrival is offered, nor can you prepay gratuities. So we had to carry local currency or USD throughout. Hotel location in Santiago was well away from shops, etc...about 20-30 minutes walk to local shopping centres, etc.
Tour group was dominated by USA tourists, including a group of (comped?) travel agents. Grace from GJ did an excellent job with the booking and Globus liaison.
Tour group was dominated by USA tourists, including a group of (comped?) travel agents. Grace from GJ did an excellent job with the booking and Globus liaison.
I enjoyed my Globus trip & again they have a great itinerary, tour guide and bus driver. Especially like the extra tours.
Greece has always been an intriguing country because if its impact on language, plus philosophy and mathematics. And oh! those wonderful gods and goddesses. Their power and behaviour! The 8 day/4 days cruise of the islands was delightful. Our Tour Director. Themis, is fabulous. She loves her job and it shows. She is so enthusiastic and well organized. read more Themis is very caring and kind - she watches closely the well being of her group, and has loads of information to impart. She is a very special person and makes this tour an excellent choice.
